Caregiver Program

Caregiver Program

Canada acknowledges the importance of addressing labor shortages by welcoming foreign workers through various immigration programs. If you have a valid job offer in caregiver roles and meet other eligibility criteria, you can apply for Canadian Permanent Residency through these programs. Successful applicants will receive an LMIA-exempt open work permit, but it will be limited to the specific caregiver occupation. Previously, there were different caregiver programs, including the Caring for Children Program, Live-in Caregiver Canada Program, High Medical Needs Program – Caregiver, and Interim Pathway for Caregivers. However, since 2019, these programs have been succeeded by the Home Support Worker Pilot and Home Child Care Provider Pilot.

Requirements for the Home Support Worker Pilot and Home Child Care Provider Pilot:

  • Work Ability: You need to demonstrate past training or experience that proves your ability to perform the job.
  • No Plans to Live in Quebec: These programs are not eligible in Quebec, as Quebec has its own immigration programs.
  • Valid Job Offer: The job offer must be full-time, paid, involve a minimum of 30 hours per week, and be outside of Quebec. It should also be made using form IMM 5983.
  • Education Requirements: A minimum of one year of post-secondary education or an Education Credential Evaluation is required if your credentials are not Canadian.
  • Admissibility: You must not be classified as “inadmissible” by Canada.
  • Language Requirements: You must take one of the approved language tests, such as IELTS, CELPIP-G, TEF Canada, or TCF Canada, and meet the minimum language requirements (CLB 5 in English and NCLC 5 in French).

If you have less than 24 months of experience in these fields in the last 36 months, you may need to apply for a work permit and a Permanent Residency application to gain the required work experience.

To check your eligibility for the Canada caregiver program or other suitable options:

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